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Director of AI Product Management

Director of AI Product Management

CompanyAlixPartners
LocationMountain View, CA, USA
Salary$170000 – $400000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelExpert or higher

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in technical product management or a related role, with a successful track record of delivering complex technical solutions to market.
  • At least 3 years of experience in developing and deploying (Gen) AI technologies
  • Strong technical background, with knowledge of software development methodologies, web technologies, and cloud platforms.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and influence decision-making.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in other languages is a plus.
  • Analytical mindset, with proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques. Experience with product analytics and user research is a plus.
  • Project management skills, including experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools.
  • Proven leadership skills, including inspiring and motivating cross-functional product squads towards a common goal.
  • Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a passion for learning and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Drive Product Discovery: Conduct customer research, market analysis, and prototype testing to identify and validate innovative product opportunities, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Decision-Making Ownership: Leverage data-driven insights to evaluate ideas and make informed go/no-go recommendations, balancing technical feasibility and business value.
  • Commercial Focus and Market Insight: Continuously assess market trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics to identify opportunities and guide product strategy toward business outcomes, e.g. revenue growth and market differentiation.
  • Strategic Roadmap Planning: Define and prioritize features based on impact, feasibility, and user needs. Maintain a clear, actionable roadmap aligned with organizational goals and timelines.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, business product owners, legal and compliance, and business leaders to ensure alignment on product objectives and feasibility throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Leadership and Innovation: Provide guidance to product squads, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and advocating.
  • End-to-End Product Delivery: Oversee the entire product development process, including sprint planning, backlog management, and release coordination, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality features.
  • Performance Optimization: Define and track key performance metrics. Analyze data and user feedback to optimize product performance and drive iterative improvements.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related science field preferred.